New Jersey legislators would hold public town halls each year

Each state senator and assembly member would hold at least two public town hall meetings each year. Meetings must let constituents and other members of the public comment and ask questions about any issue or policy matter. At least one meeting each year must be in the legislator's district. Legislators may hold meetings jointly with other legislators or elected officials. Each meeting must be open to the public, in a convenient location accessible to people with disabilities, and allow at least one hour for comments and questions; meetings with four or more legislators must allow at least two hours. The act would take effect immediately. An official notice with the date, time, and location must be published at least seven calendar days before each required meeting.